Makeup

How to Choose Foundation Shade As Per Your Skin Tone?

Foundation as per your skin tone is just like a base of your makeup and is utilised to hide flaws and level out your skin. Foundation functions as a canvas on which you can easily apply other cosmetics products like powder and blush. We all usually love one brand and buy their foundation again and again.

However it’s important to consider other facts also while choosing the perfect brand for you. Because when it comes to makeup products no one want to compromise on their looks and style. Moreover, if you want to know an ideal foundation brand with multiple shades, coverages and best results then Rimmel London is best among all.

So let’s discuss some major facts about how to choose foundation shade.

Is It important to choose foundation shade as per your skin tone ?

Unlike other products like mascara, eyeliner and lipstick etc we can’t buy foundation online without testing its coverage, texture and consistency. It’s important to swatch the product on your hand and make sure that your face tone must be matches with the part of your body you are checking the shade. The foundation that almost glide into your skin is the one that’s best for you. Moreover, try to choose a shade that is bit lighter than your skin tone rathar than darker because as foundation oxidises over the day, its shade tends to become darker.

How to choose Foundation for your Skin Type:

This is possibly the most important step to help you in selecting the ideal foundation formula. To choose a solution that will perform best for you, you must be aware of the requirements and worries of your skin. Let’s take a look on how to choose foundation shade for your skin type:

Dry Skin: If you have a dry and rough skin then mousse, cream and moisturising liquid foundation is ideal for you. As it glow your skin throughout the day.

Oily Skin: If you have an oily skin then must use powder or oil free foundation. As it does not run out and prevent your face to look oily.

Combination Skin: If you have a combination of oily and dry skin then should use powder and liquid base foundation.

Coverage of the Foundation as per your Skin Tone:

Mostly women seperated their foundation. They keep one foundation for daily use and another one for an events and parties. The reason is the coverage of the foundation. You can choose Rimmel London or Maybelline for fantastic foundation coverages.

However, let’s take a look on how to use a perfect coverage as per your need and skin type:

1. Light Coverage:

If you are blessed with a super clear skin with no acne, blemishes and scars then use light coverage foundation. Always use light coverage foundation to give yourselve a natural look. Just use small amount of product and gently apply it on your face, it will gives you a glow.

2. Medium Coverage:

Go for a medium coverage foundation if you are facing acne, uneven skin tone and blemishes.

3. High/Full Coverage:

If you want a long day wear foundation without mid day touch ups, or have alot of acne and blemishes then opt a high coverage foundation. Moreover, to get a heavy makeup look for wedding and events use full coverage, until you get the desired makeup look.

Top 3 Best Foundation Brands Available at Eshaistic:

1. Maybelline New York Fit Me Foundation:

The Fit Me Matte and Poreless foundation from Maybelline New York is one of the best foundation brand in Pakistan. It goes beyond skin tone matching to address the particular texture challenges of normal to oily skin.

The Fit Me promises to contain innovative blurring micro-powders that erase pores and absorb oil for a naturally matte and poreless looking finish.

How much time it stays : 7 – 8 hours

Benefits:

⦁ Non comodegenic
⦁ Suitable for every skin type
⦁ Good packaging in glass bottle with pumping camp.
⦁ Customizable coverage

Price: 1,150Rs

2. Rimmel London Wake Me Up Foundation:

With Rimmel London Wake me up Lasting Finish Foundation, you will get the ideal makeup base, excellent coverage, and can wear it all day long with comfort. It is designed to dissolve rapidly, easily, and completely into the skin.

How much time it stays: 22 – 24 hours

Benefits:

⦁ Heat and sweat proof.
⦁ Provide perfect coverage
⦁ Give youthful and glowing skin
⦁ Available in 3 shades
⦁ Reduce dark circles, pores, and acne scars.

Price: 1,750Rs

3. Bourjois Paris Healthy Mix Foundation:

Bourjois is yet another famous brand of cosmetic and makeup. The brand have a variety of makeup range from foundation, face powder to concealer and eyeliner.

However, if you want a perfect natural and classic look at affordable prices then must go for Bourjois anti fatigue foundation. It rapidly removes flaws and fatigue indications with its combination of vitamins C, E, and B5, and it also increases skin radiance for a youthful looking complexion.

How much time it stays: 7 – 8 hours

Benefits:
⦁ It is an anti fatigue formula that contain Vitamin C, E and B5.
⦁ Available in 5 shades
⦁ Suitable for every skin type
⦁ It contains a hyaluronic acid derivative that offers hydration for up to 24 hours.

Price: 2,999Rs